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Animal Names for Babies

  1. Dasan

    • Origin:

      Native American

    • Meaning:

      "son of bird clan leader"

    • Description:

      Name from legend that might be an interesting Jason alternative.
  2. Revna

    • Origin:

      Old Danish, Faroese

    • Meaning:

      "raven"

    • Description:

      This ancient Viking-era name is a fresh alternative to Raven.
  3. Bertrand

    • Origin:

      French from German

    • Meaning:

      "magnificent crow"

    • Description:

      This name of famed philosopher, mathematician and Nobel laureate Bertrand Russell becomes slightly more plausible with the French pronunciation, bare-TRAHN. Another noted bearer is French director and screenwriter Bertrand Tavernier.
  4. Pika

    • Origin:

      Slovene

    • Meaning:

      "dot"

    • Description:

      A cute, chirpy Slovene name with a meaning to match. The Slovene translation of Pippi Longstocking renames her Pika Nogavička.
  5. Cavatica

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Meaning:

      "barn spider"

    • Description:

      While there are many who would certainly be put off by the association with spiders, Cavatica has a spirited and spikey feel and sounds enough like Cassia, Catalina, and Callista that it leans "name-y". Cavatica appears in E.B White's popular novel, Charlotte's Web about a spider called Charlotte. A. Cavatica.
  6. Cavatica

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Meaning:

      "barn spider"

    • Description:

      While there are many who would certainly be put off by the association with spiders, Cavatica has a spirited and spikey feel and sounds enough like Cassia, Catalina, and Callista that it leans "name-y". Cavatica appears in E.B White's popular novel, Charlotte's Web about a spider called Charlotte. A. Cavatica.
  7. Hippolyte

    • Origin:

      French from Greek

    • Meaning:

      "releaser of horses"

    • Description:

      Hippolyte is the name of an Amazonian princess AND her son, both unfortunate mythical figures. The name Hippolyte, later borne by several saints, is a not an uncommon boys' name in France, but has barely set foot on American soil and is unlikely to do so. It was the middle name of famed French playwright Jean Giraudoux.
  8. Waya

    • Origin:

      Cherokee

    • Meaning:

      "wolf"

    • Description:

      Waya pays homage to the wolf — one of the most respected creatures in Native American culture.
  9. Alioth

    • Origin:

      Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "fat tail of the sheep"

    • Description:

      The brightest star in Ursa Major, this is one of the major navigational stars used by ships.
  10. Jawad

    • Origin:

      Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "generous; steed"

    • Description:

      A common Arabic name also spelt Jaouad, Javad or Javadd (the middle name of One Direction band member Zayn Malik).
  11. Herschel

    • Description:

      Herschel is a masculine name of Yiddish origin, derived from 'Hirsch' meaning 'deer' or 'stag,' symbolizing gentleness and swiftness. It was traditionally used as a diminutive of the Hebrew name Tzvi, which carries the same meaning. The name gained recognition through notable bearers like astronomer Sir William Herschel, who discovered Uranus, and various Jewish scholars and rabbis throughout history. While popular among Jewish communities in the early 20th century, Herschel has become less common in recent decades. However, it retains a dignified, intellectual quality that appeals to those drawn to traditional or family-honoring names. Its distinctive sound and rich cultural heritage give it a unique character among contemporary name choices.

  12. Eber

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Eberhard, German

    • Meaning:

      "brave boar"

    • Description:

      Eber is far more approachable than its full forbidding form.
  13. Drover

    • Origin:

      English occupational surname

    • Meaning:

      "driver of sheep or cattle"

    • Description:

      Drover, an ancient occupational surname, is right in step with today's styles and would make a distinctive choice. Drover and brothers are fresh updates of such now-widely-used names as Carter and Cooper.
  14. Hershel

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "deer"

    • Description:

      Gentle meaning and bona fide Hebrew history, but feels old-mannish, like Herman and Menashe.
  15. Colombe

    • Description:

      Colombe is a delicate French feminine name meaning 'dove,' symbolizing peace, purity, and gentleness. Derived from the Latin 'columba,' this name has been used in France since medieval times, often associated with Christian symbolism as the dove represents the Holy Spirit. Saint Columba was a notable 6th-century Irish missionary. The name gained particular significance in France after World War II when the dove became an important peace symbol. Though never extremely common, Colombe carries an elegant, refined quality that appeals to those with French heritage or an appreciation for French culture. The name remains a timeless choice that balances traditional roots with a distinctive, melodic sound that's recognizable yet rarely encountered.
  16. Ryuko

    • Origin:

      Japanese

    • Meaning:

      "dragon child"

    • Description:

      Strong Japanese unisex choice. Dragons are a symbol of power in Japan.
  17. Gandolf

    • Origin:

      Teutonic

    • Meaning:

      "wand-wolf"

    • Description:

      Gandolf and variant Gandulf are legitimate names used in medieval Europe, including by several bishops and dukes. From it comes the name of Castel Gandolfo, the pope's summer residence. However, to most people this will feel like a misspelling of the wizard Gandalf.
  18. Long

    • Origin:

      Chinese and Vietnamese

    • Meaning:

      "dragon"

    • Description:

      An Asian name that may be thought of as an English word name, for better or worse.
  19. Averil

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "boar battle"

    • Description:

      One of the rare English surname names originally derived from a female given name: Eoforhild (Everild), meaning "boar battle". Also spelled Averill, it's an extremely rare choice today, but shares sounds with fashionable Ava and Avery.
  20. Rasha

    • Origin:

      Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "young gazelle"

    • Description:

      A spritely and energetic name of Arabic origin, it derives from risha, meaning "young gazelle". The name can also be spelled as Rashaa.